Painting Apprentice

Benefits:

Paid Holidays After a Yea

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Start Your Career in the Trades—No Experience Needed St. Louis County, St. Charles County, & Surrounding Areas

Turn Your Interest into a Rewarding Career: Have you ever painted a room in your house and thought, “That was actually kind of fun”?

At EJC Painting & Drywall, we’re looking for dependable, hands-on people who are ready to learn painting and drywall finishing. If you’re someone who takes pride in doing things right, enjoys working with your hands, and wants to build a real career, we’d love to talk to you.

No experience? No problem. If you bring a great attitude and a strong work ethic, we’ll teach you the rest.

Why Join EJC?

Learn a Highly Valuable Trade – Get paid to learn professional painting and drywall skills from experienced pros

Work You Feel Good About – We care about craftsmanship and getting it right the first time

Grow With Us – We reward hustle, improvement, and teamwork

Respect Comes Standard – Join a crew that treats you like family

Steady Work – Full-time, year-round projects in the St. Louis and St. Charles areas

Benefits Include:

Weekly pay and competitive starting rates (based on experience)

Tools and equipment provided

On-the-job training with mentorship from pros who care

Our Values

Craftsmanship Matters: We don’t cut corners. We take pride in doing it right the first time.

People First: We treat our customers—and our team—with respect.

Always Improving: If you’re willing to learn, we’re ready to teach you.

Integrity Over Easy: We do what’s right, not just what’s easy.

Trust the Team: We’ve got each other’s backs on every job.

About the Role

As a Painter in Training, you’ll work alongside experienced painters and drywall finishers, learning the skills to become a pro. You’ll help prep, paint, and finish residential and commercial projects throughout the St. Louis and St. Charles areas.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with painting and drywall jobs

Prep walls and surfaces for paint or finish

Use ladders and basic tools

Keep the job site clean and organized

Learn safety protocols and craftsmanship standards

Work closely with the crew to support each project

You’re a Great Fit If You…

Are at least 19 years old

Have reliable transportation

Are dependable and willing to learn

Are comfortable on ladders and moving throughout the day

Can lift up to 50 lbs

Take pride in showing up on time and doing quality work

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to ditch the dead-end job and start building a career in painting and drywall, let’s talk. Apply now or send us a quick message. We’ll help you get started on your journey with EJC Painting & Drywall!